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Cost of Living Index

August 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Beforepay Cost of Living Index shows 7.3% drop in average daily spend for August, down to $65.74 from $70.55 in July following mid-year sales.

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Budgeting and saving

How to Create a Savings Plan That Works for You

Learn how to create a savings plan that works for you by setting clear financial goals, assessing your current situation, and managing your income. Discover a solid strategy that will guide you towards financial stability and help you achieve your goals.

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Cost of Living Index

July 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Household spending surged 12.1% in July to $70.55, up from $62.91 in June, according to new figures from the Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

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Managing my finances

What Are Some Budget-Friendly Meal Prep Ideas?

Take a look at some budget-friendly meal ideas that could help you save on time and money.

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How Major Purchases Could Impact Your Tax Return

Take a look at examples of some major purchases and the different ways they might impact the things you consider when lodging your tax return.

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Tax time tips

How to Avoid Penalties When Doing Your Tax Return

Feel confident when lodging your tax return with these tips to stay on track and avoid penalties.

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Laptops on a bench in a store as the June 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index sees durable goods drive a 3.7% increase in daily average spend during the end of financial year

Cost of Living Index

June 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Beforepay Cost of Living Index reveals daily average spending jumps 3.7% as Australians splurge on durable goods during the end of financial year.

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Managing my finances

Budgeting and saving

How to Save Money: 36 Tips You Could Try to Build Your Savings

Learn 36 practical ways for how to save money to help you boost your savings. From tracking expenses to negotiating bills, this article covers it all!

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Cost of Living Index

May 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Consumer spending shows a significant decrease of 4.09% month-on-month in May 2024 from an average of $63.28 to $60.69 per day, according to the Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

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Managing my finances

Why Should I Care About the Federal Budget?

How does the federal budget really impact our daily lives? Read on to find out and for tips for how to navigate any changes.

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A person paying with her phone in a cafe as the Beforepay Cost of Living Index for April 20242 shows a 5% month-on-month increase in daily averages spending

Cost of Living Index

April 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Consumer spending rebounds as the daily average spend jumps 5% month-on-month to $63.28 in April 2024, according to the Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

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Beforepay released the March 2024 Cost of Living Index today,  reveals consumer spending decreased by 0.82% month-on-month in March. The new data shows daily average spending dropped to $60.28 in March, down from $60.78 in February.

Cost of Living Index

March 2024 Beforepay Cost of Living Index

Beforepay released the March 2024 Cost of Living Index today, reveals consumer spending decreased by 0.82% month-on-month in March.

3 minute read

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